A Guide to Florida-Friendly Landscaping - Brevard County
A Guide to Florida-Friendly Landscaping - Brevard County
A Guide to Florida-Friendly Landscaping - Brevard County
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Water-Wise Advice<br />
Get practical advice on state-of-the-art irrigation systems from<br />
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The water management districts (http://www.dep.state.fl.us/secretary/<br />
watman/) and <strong>Florida</strong> Irrigation Society (http://www.fisstate.org/) provide<br />
information on irrigation system selection, maintenance and appropriate<br />
watering practices.<br />
If you are changing areas of your landscape from turf <strong>to</strong> trees or planted<br />
beds, consult with your county’s UF/IFAS Extension office or with the<br />
Natural Resources Conservation Service regarding watering options.<br />
If you are in the market for a new irrigation system, find a reputable<br />
certified irrigation contrac<strong>to</strong>r who has experience with these systems.<br />
A free inspection of irrigation system efficiency is available in some areas<br />
through the Natural Resources Conservation Service and water<br />
management districts' Mobile Irrigation Labs. For contact information in<br />
the south <strong>Florida</strong> area, please visit:<br />
http://www.sfwmd.gov/images/pdfs/splash/spl_mobile_irrig.pdf<br />
Tampa Bay Water Outdoor Conservation:<br />
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